Experience the joy of baking with this simple and delightful one-pan 9-inch cake recipe perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.
Craving a whole cake but don’t want to make enough to feed a small village? You’re in the right place! This recipe delivers a perfectly delightful 9-inch cake that’s all yours. From mixing to baking, I’ve got the steps covered—no half-baked details here!
Fluffy Vanilla Dream Cake
This Fluffy Vanilla Dream Cake is a single-layer delight just for you! Picture a cloud of sweet, buttery goodness bringing a smile with each bite. Ideal for a solo dessert night or a personal birthday celebration. You deserve a treat!
- Cooking Method: Baking
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Cuisine Type: Dessert
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
Cooking Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Don’t forget! It’s crucial.
- Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan. No sticky situations, please.
- In a mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Think fluffy like a cloud, not like your hair on a humid day.
- Add in the egg and vanilla extract; beat until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk. Start and end with the flour mixture.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan. Smooth the top if needed.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean as a whistle.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Suggestions
- Alternative Ingredients: Swap vanilla for almond extract for a nutty twist; use almond flour for a gluten-free version.
- Garnishing Options: Top with fresh berries, a dusting of powdered sugar, or a luscious drizzle of chocolate ganache. Go wild!
- Cooking Tips: Ensure all your ingredients are at room temperature. Happy ingredients make happy cakes!
